Personal information

Personal information or personal data refers to any information relating to an identified or identifiable individual. This can include, but is not limited to, names, identification numbers, location data, online identifiers, or factors specific to the physical, physiological, genetic, mental, economic, cultural, or social identity of that person.

Definition[edit | edit source]

The definition of personal information varies by jurisdiction. In the European Union, the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) defines personal data as any information relating to an identified or identifiable natural person. In the United States, the definition of personal information varies by state and by specific regulation.

Types of Personal Information[edit | edit source]

Personal information can be classified into several types:

Identifying information: This includes names, addresses, telephone numbers, and email addresses.
Financial information: This includes bank account numbers, credit card numbers, and income information.
Health information: This includes medical records, health insurance information, and other health-related information.
Online identifiers: This includes IP addresses, cookie identifiers, and other online tracking technologies.

Protection of Personal Information[edit | edit source]

The protection of personal information is a key concern in the digital age. Various laws and regulations have been enacted to protect personal information, including the GDPR in the European Union and the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) in the United States.

See Also[edit | edit source]

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